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Teen Charged in Fatal Shooting
2 Jun
Summary
- A 15-year-old boy faces homicide charges as an adult.
- The teen allegedly shot and killed Fredrick Myers, 38, on May 14.
- Suspect was apprehended after a foot pursuit.
A 15-year-old boy is facing serious charges, including criminal homicide, after allegedly shooting and killing Fredrick Myers, 38. The incident occurred on May 14 at Myers' home in Kernville. The suspect, identified as Andre Blackwell-Simms, has been charged as an adult, a legal possibility in Pennsylvania for juveniles aged 15 and older involved with deadly weapons.
Blackwell-Simms was apprehended on Monday following a brief foot pursuit in the Lower Yoder Township area. He was taken into custody without further incident and transported to Cambria County Prison, awaiting arraignment. The shooting resulted in Myers' death from a single gunshot wound to the upper chest.
Authorities commended the efforts of city detectives, the district attorney's office, and community members who provided crucial information. Additional charges against the teen include carrying a firearm without a license and firearm possession by a minor.
